Safety FORT SILL GROUND PRE-ACCIDENT PLAN

Department of the Army *Fort Sill Regulation 385-4 Headquarters, U.S. Army Garrison 462 Hamilton Road, Suite 120 Fort Sill, Oklahoma 73503 17 December 2015 Safety FORT SILL GROUND PRE-ACCIDENT PLAN Summary. This regulation prescribes actions to be taken when an accident occurs on the Fort Sill military reservation in accordance with (IAW) Army Regulation (AR) 385-10. This plan applies to all Fort Sill units and to ground accidents severe enough to require dispatch of first responders. Applicability. This regulation applies to all military and Civilian personnel, including appropriated and non-appropriated fund employees, as well as Family Members, visitors, volunteers, or contractors working or living on Fort Sill. Supplementation. Supplementation of this regulation is prohibited without prior approval from the Installation Safety Office, 4700 Mow-Way Road, Suite 467, Fort Sill, OK 73503. Suggested Improvements. The proponent of this regulation is the Installation Safety Office. Users are invited to send comments and suggested improvements on Department of the Army (DA) Form 2028 (Recommended Changes to Publications are Blank Forms) directly to the Installation Safety Office. Distribution. This regulation is distributed solely through the Directorate of Human Resources, Administrative Services Division Homepage at http://sill-www.army.mil/usag/publications2012.html *This publication supersedes Fort Sill Regulation 385-4, 27 November 2012. Table of Contents Paragraph Page Chapter 1 Introduction Purpose 1-1 2 Reference 1-2 2 Explanation of Abbreviations and Terms 1-3 2 Fort Sill Pre-Accident Plan Evaluation 1-4 2 Initial Accident Report 1-5 3 Chapter 2 Responsibilities 3 Directorate of Emergency Service 2-1 3 Installation Safety Office 2-2 4 Directorate of Plans Training Mobilization and Security 2-3 5

Public Affairs Office 2-4 5 Logistics Readiness Center 2-5 5 Directorate of Public Works Environmental Management 2-6 5 Division Accident Investigation Board 2-7 6 Staff Judge Advocate 2-8 6 Installation Chaplain 2-9 6 Directorate of Human Resources, Military Personnel Division 2-10 6 Casualty Section 761 st Ordnance Detachment Company 2-11 6 Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC) 2-12 7 General 3-1 7 First Responders 3-2 7 Secondary Responders 3-3 7 Other Agencies 3-4 8 Incident Commander 3-5 8 Command Notification Procedures 3-6 8 Termination of Emergencies 3-7 8 Appendix A Reference 9 Appendix B Guard Force 10 Appendix C Accident Site Hazards and Countermeasures 11 Appendix D Ground Pre-Accident Plan Telephone Number 12 Alert Roster Glossary 13 Chapter 1 Introduction 1-1. Purpose. This regulation prescribes actions to be taken when an accident occurs on the Fort Sill military reservation. This plan applies to all Fort Sill units and to ground accidents severe enough to require dispatch of first responders. 1-2. References. Required and related publications; and, prescribed and referenced forms, are listed in appendix A. 1-3. Explanation of Abbreviations and Terms. Abbreviations and terms used in this regulation are explained in the glossary. 1-4. Fort Sill Pre-Accident Plan Evaluation. The Installation Safety Manager (ISM) will evaluate the Fort Sill Ground Pre-accident Plan annually, either during an actual ground accident, mock drill, or mass casualty exercise. During the mock drill evaluations, all first responders will participate. The ISM or Installation Operation Center will notify secondary responders to participate as deemed necessary to ensure that the plan is fully exercised. 2

1-5. Initial Accident Report. The first person observing or receiving a report of a severe ground accident on Fort Sill will call 911 or radio range control for emergency assistance and provide the following information: a. Location of the accident. b. Type of equipment or weapon system (if available). c. Description of the damage or accident. d. Number of personnel injured and severity of injuries (if known). e. Whether or not fire is involved. f. Whether or not hazardous cargo is on board. g. Accessibility to the location by ground vehicles. h. Name, rank, organization, location, and telephone number of individual reporting the accident. Chapter 2 Responsibilities 2-1. Directorate of Emergency Service (DES). a. The Fort Sill Fire Department will: (1) Respond immediately to accidents occurring anywhere on Fort Sill reservation, or within a 15-mile radius of Fort Sill at the direction of the Fire Chief or Senior Fire Officer. (2) Have Fire Chief serve as the Incident Commander at the scene and controls the operations until the operations have been terminated. If the accident involves a fatality, CID will determine if the site is a crime scene or an accident scene. If it is deemed to be an accident scene, release the site to the ISO. (3) If the location or nature of accident indicates a need for additional fire extinguishing capabilities, F&ES initiates direct request from appropriate mutual aid agencies. (4) Keep a current Fort Sill Special 1:50,000 map available in each vehicle and one conspicuously posted in the Fire Station and ensures that all personnel are familiar with the map and know the off-post fire stations location and maintains telephone numbers with the pre-accident plan. 3

(5) Advise the Emergency Operation Center when dangerous or hazardous cargo warrants the presence of specialists, (Ordnance Officer, Chemical Officer, etc). (6) Activate the Fort Sill Local Emergency Plan if environmental or hazardous cargo is involved. Proponent for this plan is the DPW, Environmental Quality Division. b. Police. The FS Police will: (1) Respond immediately to accidents occurring anywhere on Fort Sill reservation. (2) Provide adequate security and order at the accident scene to prevent pilferage of wreckage IAW AR 360-1 until the arrival of the guard force. (3) Determine off-post police departments most proximate to each off-post area and post telephone numbers and radio control data on the pre-accident plan. (4) Provide radio communication by using patrol cars, when necessary. (5) Obtain evidence (e.g., clothing, photographs of injuries) for investigating authorities if required and maintain a formal chain of custody IAW established procedures. 2-2. Installation Safety Office (ISO). The installation Safety Office will: a. As a secondary responder proceed to the scene of the accident after the rescue operations are completed. ISO will take charge of, and control access to the site until arrival of the Accident Investigation Board. b. Ascertain the classification of the accident. c. Establish and control an accident pass system. d. Review implementation of this plan to ensure that all agencies conduct periodic tests to ensure the adequacy of the plan for all phases and circumstances. e. Arrange to provide a photographer and survey team at the accident site. f. Notify the Combat Readiness Center DSN 558-2660/3410, Commercial (205) 255-2660, immediately when the accident is a Class A, B, or C. If necessary: (1) Coordinate with the Combat Readiness Center, Fort Rucker, Alabama, and Fort Sill units relative to the selection of the President and additional Board members. (2) Provide assistance required to accident investigation board. 4

2-3. Directorate of Plans Training Mobilization and Security (DPTMS). DPTMS will: a. Provide direction to the EOC and Range Control. b. Design and coordinate exercises of the plan. 2-4. Public Affairs Office (PAO). The PAO will: a. Determine whether a PAO representative is needed at the accident site. b. Advise and coordinate with the senior officer or incident commander on the scene of news media activity in the area and for news coverage of the event. And, when appropriate, coordinate with the President of the Accident Investigation Board or the ISO to permit appropriate interviews and photographs. c. Establish ground rules with the senior officer or security officer on the scene for media access. d. Inform media representatives of the ban on photographing or sketching classified material in the area. e. Maintain liaison with local news agencies in accordance with AR 360-1 2-5. Logistics Readiness Center (LRC). The Logistics Readiness Center will: a. Provide technical assistance, facilities, and equipment necessary for the inspection, recovery, and storage of wreckage as required. b. Provide estimates for damaged equipment and weapon systems. c. Provide initial response to spill/release, incident assessment, and recommendations for evacuation/isolation (add) upon request from the Fire Department/EOC. 2-6. Directorate of Public Works (DPW) Environmental Quality Division (EQD). DPW EQD will: a. Upon notification, provide personnel and apparatus to clear land, move earth, or perform other engineering functions relating to the accident that are within DPW s capability. b. Provide the technical assistance for hazardous assessment, containment, clean up, and disposal of any hazardous material found at the accident site. 5

c. Provide initial response to spill/release, incident assessment, and recommendations for evacuation/isolation. d. Conduct or coordinate clean up and disposal operations after approval of the Accident Investigation Board President or representative. e. Determine whether the hazardous material released by the accident/incident is reportable under Federal and State guidelines and file appropriate reports. 2-7. Accident Investigation Board. The Accident Investigation Board will: a. Perform duties as outlined in DA Pamphlet 385-40 and AR 385-10. b. President of Accident Investigation Board. The President will: (1) Take appropriate action, as deemed necessary, in AR 385-10. (2) Notify the EOC and ISO of pertinent accident data and progress of the accident investigation, when appropriate. 2-8. Staff Judge Advocate. The SJA will: a. Provide legal advice to the Accident Investigation Board during the investigation of accidents or incidents. b. Investigate potential claims against the government. 2-9. Installation Chaplain. The Installation Chaplin will: a. When needed, proceed to the accident scene and provide necessary services. b. Assist as a member of the Critical Incident Debrief Team as requested. 2-10. Directorate of Human Resources (DHR) Military Personnel Division (MPD) Casualty Section. The MPD Casualty Section will: a. Provide an on-call roster to the EOC for personnel during non-duty hours. b. Prepare and dispatch necessary casualty reports to appropriate agencies. c. Coordinate casualty notification officer actions and survivor assistance officer actions, as appropriate. d. Activate the Fort Sill Casualty Operations Plan, if necessary. 2-11. 761 st Explosives Ordnance Detachment (EOD). EOD will: 6

a. Provide technical guidance on explosive hazards. b. Render safe or dispose of the explosive hazards. 2-12. Medical Department Activity (MEDDAC). The Medical Department Activity will respond to accident NOTE: Medical Evacuation Team (MEDEVAC) may be placed on standby if not a primary responder. Chapter 3 Ground Pre-accident Plan Implement Instructions 3-1. General. a. The Fort Sill Ground Preaccident Plan is the direct responsibility of the Commanding General, USAFCOE, Fort Sill, Oklahoma. All commanders and directors are responsible for implementation of this plan. b. All units, organizations, and individuals will maintain close coordination with all organizations having similar or related functions in order to obtain maximum effectiveness. This refers particularly to accidents which may require outside assistance to accomplish rescue, medical attention, extinguish fires, adequate safeguarding of property, or investigation. c. All sections (stations) listed in this plan will ensure personnel responding to this plan are familiar with all applicable procedures. d. Individuals will report accidents by telephone to 911. Units on ranges will notify Range Control, by radio, who will report the accident by telephone to 911. The Police will notify the EOC. 3-2. First Responders. The emergency 911 section will dispatch the First Responder to the accident scene. The first agency to arrive will verify the legitimacy of the accident. The Police will notify the Emergency Center. The following agencies will normally respond: a. Fire Department. b. Military Police. c. Ambulance Section (MEDDAC). NOTE: MEDEVAC may be placed on standby if not a primary responder. 3-3. Secondary Responders. a. Installation Safety Office (ISO) - 442-4215 or 442-4701. 7

b. Public Affairs Officer (PAO) - 442-4500. c. Logistics Readiness Center (LRC) - 442-2468. 3-4. Other Agencies. Some accidents (e.g., those involving serious injuries or fatalities) may require action by agencies and/or personnel not listed on the first or secondary responders. EOC will notify these sections at the request of the ISO or Incident Commander, as required, using normal telephonic channels. Agencies that have potential involvement are listed below and are listed under other. a. Accident Investigation Board. b. Staff Judge Advocate. c. Post Chaplain. d. DPW, Environmental Quality Division e. DHR Military Personnel Division (Casualty Section). f. Criminal Investigation Division (notify upon death of any military or military dependent). 3-5. Incident Commander. The Fire Department is the Incident Commander and is the overall site coordinator until all hazards are under control, rescue operations are complete, and the area has been declared safe. If the accident involves a fatality, Criminal Investigation Division will determine if the site is a crime scene or an accident scene. If it is deemed to be an accident scene, release the site to the ISO. The ISO will act as the site coordinator pending arrival of the accident investigation board. The MPs will provide crowd control security for the accident site until guards arrive. 3-6. Command Notification Procedures. The EOC will inform the Command Group. 3-7. Termination of Emergencies. The Fire Department Incident Commander that responds to an emergency will notify the EOC when all phases of firefighting and rescue operations are completed and turn the accident scene over to the ISO. 8

Section I Required Publications AR 360-1 Army Public Affairs Program. AR 385-10 Army Safety Program Section II Related Publications AR 420-1 Army Facility Management, Chapter 25. DA Pamphlet 385-1 Small Unit Safety Officer and NCO Guide. DA Pamphlet 385-10 Army Safety Program DA Pamphlet 385-40 Army Accident Investigation and Reporting. AR 600-8 Army Casualty System. Section III Prescribed Forms This section contains no entries. Section IV Referenced Forms This section contains no entries. Appendix A References 9

Appendix B Guard Force B-1. General. The unit owning the accident is responsible for providing the guard force for any accident. Police will provide initial site security. B-2. Mishap Site Guards. The accident site guards will: a. Protect all military and civilian property in the vicinity of the accident site. b. Prohibit removal of deceased persons until approved by proper authority (i.e., Incident Commander, President of the Accident Board). c. Prohibit the movement of any wreckage, except to facilitate removal of injured personnel, until released by the President of the Accident Investigation Board. If an emergency occurs requiring movement of wreckage, show the Investigation Board the original location of the parts and inform them which parts were moved. d. Admit only authorized personnel access to the accident site. e. Prevent disturbance of physical evidence, such as gouges or marks on the ground. f. Not enter the accident site or tamper with any physical evidence or parts of the wreckage. g. Not smoke within 500 feet of the accident site. Recommend establishment of an authorized smoking area. h. Not allow photographing or filming of the accident site or personnel unless approved by the President of the Accident Investigation Board or the Public Affairs Office (PAO). This pertains to accidents that occur on Fort Sill or a military reservation. i. Ensure that all classified materials are removed or covered prior to photographs or filming of the wreckage by news media. If problems are encountered, the Guard Force officer in charge should contact the Military Police. j. Not answer any questions or make any statements. Refer all questions to the President of the Accident Board or the PAO. NOTE: Do not discuss this accident or share information about this accident with anyone except members of the Accident Investigation Board. 10

Appendix C Accident Site Hazards and Countermeasures C-1. Purpose. The purpose of this annex is to ensure emergency response personnel are familiar with the potential health hazards present at the accident site and are knowledgeable and capable of implementing risk control measures to reduce or eliminate exposure to these hazards. C-2. General. a. Fort Sill Installation emergency response personnel that respond to the location of an accident site will incur increased risk from exposure to advanced composite material particulates, airborne fibers, toxic smoke and fumes, radiological hazards, and bloodborne pathogens. It is imperative that the following risk management controls and countermeasures be implemented to reduce the potential for exposure to accident site hazards. b. Because accidents occur under a diverse assortment of weather and terrain conditions, with widely varying degrees of destruction, a universally applicable set of risk control precautions is not practical. However, potentially harmful vapors, gases, composite particulates, bloodborne pathogens, and airborne fibers necessitate that the following safety precautions be observed. (1) Minimize Unnecessary Personnel. While any equipment or weapons system wreckage is still burning or smoking, only firefighters equipped with Self- Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) will be in the immediate vicinity of the mishap until the Senior Fire Officer determines that the area is fire-safe. Advanced firefighting techniques, equipment, and protection may be required, although the specifics are beyond the scope of this appendix. Although proximity suits and SCBA should be adequate protection, firefighters should be aware of the potential puncture/abrasion hazards associated with wreckage/fire-damaged composites and any liquefied materials/chemicals. Although secondary in importance to extinguishing and controlling fire, take care to avoid high-pressure water break-up and dispersal of composite structures. Secure any loose ash or residue in place with liquid foam, as necessary until decontamination procedures are started. Containment of suppression and material effluent may be necessary, as determined by the on-scene authority. (2) Fire/Explosion. For accident involving a fire/explosion, restrict all unprotected personnel from assembling downwind of the accident site and prevent them from entering the peripheral area, as determined by the on-scene commander (Senior Fire Department). As a guide, recommend the peripheral area be defined as more than 50 yards away from the damaged composite parts, but may vary depending on environmental conditions. Recommend roping or cordoning off the area as soon as possible and using a single entry/exit point. The only individuals authorized in the immediate accident site and peripheral areas will be those sufficiently protected. 11

Fire Station 1, 2 & 3: 911 Police: 442-2101 Appendix D Ground Pre-Accident Plan Alert Roster FIRST RESPONDERS MEDDAC ER, Ambulance Section: 558-2772 or 911 Dispatch Center SECONDARY RESPONDERS Installation Safety Office: 442-4215/4466 Public Affairs Office: 442-4500 LRC: 442-2468 761 st EOD: 442-2313 DPW: 442-3015 OTHERS TO BE NOTIFIED BY INCIDENT COMMANDER OR INSTALLATION SAFETY MANAGER DHR/ MPD Casualty Section: 442-4055 or On Call Cell: 580-512-6178 Combat Readiness Center: 558-2660 Criminal Investigation Division: 442-5404 Post Chaplain: 442-3319 Staff Judge Advocate: 442-2685 12

Glossary Section I Abbreviations AR Army Regulation CID Criminal Investigation Division DES Directorate of Emergency Service DHR Directorate of Human Resources DPTMS Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization, and Security DPW Directorate of Public Works EOC Emergency Operation Center EOD Explosives Ordnance Detachment ISO Installation Safety Office LRC Logistics Readiness Center MEDDAC Medical Department Activity PAO Public Affairs Office SCBA Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus SJA Staff Judge Advocate 13

USAG United States Army Garrison Section II Terms This section contains no entries. Section III Special Abbreviations and Terms This section contains no entries. 14

IMSI-SO GLENN A. WATERS COL, FA Garrison Commander JAMES A. MILLER Director of Human Resources DISTRIBUTION: Fort Sill Internet 30th ADA Bde 31st ADA Bde 75th FA Bde 428th FA Bde 434th FA Bde MEDDAC 15